Senior Engineer Electrical U.K (Data Centres)

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join our soon-to-be-launched Birmingham office working closely with our established Dublin team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of our new UK hub while delivering major hyperscale data centre projects across the EMEA region.

The role will initially be fully remote. Once the Birmingham hub is operational flexible office attendance will be required as part of a hybrid working model.

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer you will deliver projects across EMEA from initial concept through to client handover. You will take ownership of project delivery build strong client relationships and ensure all deliverables meet our quality assurance standards.

You will be technically proficient in electrical design with a broader understanding of BMS/EPMS security systems and CSA coordination. You will also work closely with support engineers and BIM technicians ensuring project objectives and quality standards are consistently achieved.

About you:

The role will initially be fully remote. Once the Birmingham office is operational flexible attendance will be required as part of a hybrid working model.

Minimum 7 years experience in electrical engineering within the building services sector.

Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Working towards or already Chartered Engineer status (CEng or equivalent). Advantage but not essential

Proven experience leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams.

Experience across various sectors such as commercial healthcare life sciences or data centres preferred.

Electrical Building Services design (e.g. lighting power distribution fire alarm security emergency systems).

Strong understanding of relevant standards including IEC IS BS and EN regulations.

Familiarity with CIBSE and IET codes of practice.

Proficient in software such as AutoCAD Revit MEP Dialux Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.

Experience in producing detailed electrical load calculations and system coordination.

Knowledge of sustainable design and low-energy solutions is a plus.

Your day-to-day activities

Lead the electrical design on projects managing delivery from concept through to construction and handover.

Champion Ethos electrical design standards and drive adoption of innovative technologies and sustainable solutions.

Coordinate and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team ensuring high-quality output and timely delivery.

Liaise with clients architects project managers and contractors acting as the key point of contact for electrical design matters.

Prepare technical specifications and fully detailed tender packages including reports analysis and recommendations.

Oversee and perform design and installation quality checks in line with project requirements and industry regulations.

Develop project scopes in collaboration with the design team and clients.

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and graduates.

Participate in design reviews technical workshops and site inspections as needed.

At Ethos were dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages both technical excellence and personal wellbeing.

We offer:

• Flexible Fridays and a 9-day fortnight working schedule enjoy every second Friday off to maintain worklife balance.

• A culture that values flexibility learning and teamwork with clear progression pathways and support toward professional accreditation.

• Opportunities to work alongside some of the most experienced engineers in the industry within a forward-thinking technology-driven consultancy.

Benefits:

• Flexible working times

• 25 Days holidays

• Pension Scheme

• Working travel out-of-pocket expenses

• Regular training/mentoring / further college support

• Support for Chartership

• Subsidised Health Insurance Allowance

• A Professional Subscription Fee paid by the company

• Paid Statutory Leaves

• Referral scheme

• Heavily subsidised social committee (5 a side golf society climbing club and regular social events)

At Ethos we offer Flexible Fridays every second Friday as a perk! Apply today and take the first step towards a healthier work-life balance!

Here at Ethos we believe in equal opportunities and that each individual can bring something WoW to our organisation. So if you dont necessarily meet every single point on the job description but think you have what it takes please still get in touch. Wed love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

At Ethos our vision is to:
Be the company people want to work with and for

Values
Our values differentiate and focus us every day to be EPIC - for our people and our customers.

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